Pet Sitting in Manhattan
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“Victoria went above and beyond what I asked for when taking care of my dog Rick. She sent a report card with every drop-in visit and stayed with him longer than 30 min on some occasions. Her communication was spot on and she was also willing to meet my dog prior to watching him so that he felt comfortable. I am very happy with her work and would be more than happy to ask her to watch any of my dogs in the future and also refer her to any of my friends or family. Great person and fantastic care!! Thank you Victoria!! My wife and I (and Rick) appreciate you!”
“Suliel was lovely! She accepted all of our kitties weird quirks and habits with grace and took excellent care of her while we were away. Will definitely be requesting her again!”
“Sylvia was simply outstanding! She watched our cat for two weeks while we were away and I felt so calm knowing Mellie was in good hands. She sends amazing updates and photos and takes the time to make sure your pet is fully cared for. She even went the extra mile by keeping us informed about how our apartment faired while we were away! We will definitely be rebooking the next time we go out of town!”
“Jacqueline was amazing! It always makes me nervous to get a new sitter, but Jacqueline quickly proved to be super reliable, communicative and trustworthy, so all my nervousness was quickly gone. She took excellent care of our kitty and gave great detailed reports about each part of the visit. Will definitely reach out again!”
“Masie was fantastic!! She came and checked on our kitty while we were away, and made sure everything was going good and that kitty was taken care of. She spent time playing with her also, which was so nice! If I could give her more than 5 stars, I would. Highly recommend!”
“Aidan provided such great care for my pets. She paid attention to every details I told her during the meet and greet. I would definitely recommend and use her service again.”
“Krista came over to meet HiShawn before our trip. It took a minute but he did warm up to her. When she started to leave he started whining. He’s never done that before. Krista and HiShawn got along splendidly! Thank you, Keista”
“I highly recommend Katharine! I was away for an extended time over the holidays and I can tell my cat was well cared for while I was away. She updated me with details every day and made sure my cat got her needed daily medication. I will be re-booking for future needs. Thank you!”
“Jessi is so awesome! The first time I had her come walk Archie I forgot to leave my key. She worked with me and was able to come back later in the day. Archie loved their walk and was knocked out when I got home a couple hours later! She always responds really quick too, and she's super knowledgeable. 100% recommend Jessi.”
About: Hey! Over the past 5 years, I've accumulated over 1000 hours of animal care and veterinary experience. This is a combination of volunteering at a local animal shelter, working at a vet clinic, and working at a doggy daycare. Because of this, I'm incredibly comfortable with animals of all shapes and sizes, and I have experience administering various medications to animals as needed. Additionally, I am super knowledgeable on caring for XL dog breeds, seeing as I have a Great Dane who weighs more than I do, and in the past Ive lived with Mastiffs, Bloodhounds, Pitbulls, and more. I am a full time student at KSU but my general weekly availability looks something like this. Tuesday: 8:30-11am, after 5pm. Thursdays: 8:30-10:30am, and after 5pm. Friday’s: After 10:30am. Saturdays: After 11am. Sundays: all day. However, I am confident that I can still make room to love your pet around my schedule, and my availability calendar is updated daily so you can see if I can help when you need it! I am very experienced in reading animals' body language, so I can tell what they need from me to be the most comfortable and keep me and them safe. Additionally, I have experience walking and caring for dogs from 3 pounds to 150 pounds, and I know how to adapt to their needs.
“Amanda is so wonderful with my cat! She takes the time to give her love, care, and attention - and always keeps me posted with details from her visits and updates on my cat’s wellbeing. Can’t recommend Amanda enough😸”
About: I have loved and enjoyed taking care of animals since I was a little girl, that’s why I decided to become a vet! Yes, I’m an experienced veterinarian who is completing a year of training at K-State💜 and I’m thrilled to offer my expertise in animal care in the Little Apple 🍎 I’ll be more than happy to provide company and the best care to your furry babies, so they feel loved, safe and happy while you’re away. Besides my professional experience, many friends and family members trust me with the care of their pets because they know that to me, this is not just a job, it’s a lifestyle 💖 I also have my own dear babies who I take care of everyday, can you ask for anything more in a pet sitter? I have a very flexible schedule that allows me to provide pet sitting support short-notice. Some weeks I work from home so that leaves me plenty of time to go walk, see and keep company to your dog/cat whenever, from the comfort of their own home! We can work with your schedule too and I’ll be happy to adjust according to your and your pets needs. I live with my 2 senior dogs, they’re both rescued and lovely to humans but one of them can be reactive to other animals, that’s why I only offer pet sitting services in your own home. Safety is a top priority for me. I have experience handling all sizes of dogs and cats. I can walk 2-3 dogs at a time and can take care of multiple animals at a time because that’s what I do everyday and I’m so happy and grateful for that. I have experience feeding, administering medications, and of course, even cleaning after pets. I love to take them on walks, play with them, just make them feel loved, safe and happy.
“Sophia did an awesome job with the cats. She followed instructions perfectly and left my apartment cleaner than she found it. I appreciate her attention to detail and for giving the cats love!”
About: Animals are my whole life and enriching theirs is my passion! Aside from owning my own pets (currently two dogs, three cats, and a handful of ducks) I have extensive experience with all walks of animals. As a kid I watched neighbors' pets (including horses), worked in a boarding kennel and veterinary clinic through highschool (which often invovled medicine administration, shots and pills), fostered dogs through college (that's how I ended up meeting my big dog Gunner!), and now working as a wildlife biologist where I need to safely handle all kinds of animals. All of my experiences (including my own dogs' quirks) have also taught me how to keep pets safe and happy the best we can with the predispositions they come with (escape artists, postal man haters, aggression towards other dogs, nerves during storms...). I want to help your pet have a full and healthy life and will treat them just as I do my own. I currently take my younger dog for long runs and fast walks to keep him calm and fulfilled. I do multiple sloooooww, gentle walks with my older dog for him to just enjoy being outside for a bit and sniff things. For both of them, I do short training sessions each day with the basics (sit, stay, come, heel, laydown) to keep them enriched and structured. All of these things take time during the day and I am here to help you with whatever your pets need! I'm currently back to school at K-State for graduate studies, so aside from my main meetings and classes that are on mid-day Mondays and the bulk of Tuesdays and Thursdays during the day, I can be flexible with any timing you need. I am not currently offering boarding services in my house for the safety and sanity of my own many pets. However, if you would like for me to check on and exercise your pet multiple times throughout the day in your home while you are away I am available to do so! I care for my own pets with a lot of patience and understanding but can be firm with them if they are doing something that puts their safety at risk (i.e. eating an unknown item, trying to escape, leashing pulling towards a dangerous situation). I will ask questions and listen to what your pet needs to make the experience be exactly what they need.
“Isabel was so wonderful with my two cats! She was very communicative and took such good care of them. It was so nice to have peace of mind about who was watching them while I was out of town!”
About: I’ve grown up and taken care of dogs since I was a child. This includes caring for my Labrador after she was hit by a vehicle and helping nurse her back to health. If you and your pet have a routine I’ll try my best to stick to it so they can keep enjoying their happy life while you’re away. If you need assistance in helping train your dog to be better on walks I can offer that as well. I would be more than happy to send photos and updates about your dog too so you have nothing to worry about while away. Our pets deserve the best and I’m here to help with that. My daily schedule it fairly flexible as I create my own weekly schedule with my current full time job. Aside from that work and being a full time graduate student I have spare time that I’d prefer using for good like walking pets and getting moving. As long as instructions are given it’s my goal to follow those as best as I can. Before leaving I like to make sure the dogs are well taken care of and hopefully have
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Victoria F.Star Sitter
“Victoria went above and beyond what I asked for when taking care of my dog Rick. She sent a report card with every drop-in visit and stayed with him longer than 30 min on some occasions. Her communication was spot on and she was also willing to meet my dog prior to watching him so that he felt comfortable. I am very happy with her work and would be more than happy to ask her to watch any of my dogs in the future and also refer her to any of my friends or family. Great person and fantastic care!! Thank you Victoria!! My wife and I (and Rick) appreciate you!”
Sarah J.
“Great communication and attention to details 🙂 Sarah dropped in to walk my dog Mama Mia and was kind enough to offer and give my cats treats too!”
Suliel S.Star Sitter
“Suliel was lovely! She accepted all of our kitties weird quirks and habits with grace and took excellent care of her while we were away. Will definitely be requesting her again!”
Sylvia M.
“Sylvia was simply outstanding! She watched our cat for two weeks while we were away and I felt so calm knowing Mellie was in good hands. She sends amazing updates and photos and takes the time to make sure your pet is fully cared for. She even went the extra mile by keeping us informed about how our apartment faired while we were away! We will definitely be rebooking the next time we go out of town!”
Jacqueline A.
“Jacqueline was amazing! It always makes me nervous to get a new sitter, but Jacqueline quickly proved to be super reliable, communicative and trustworthy, so all my nervousness was quickly gone. She took excellent care of our kitty and gave great detailed reports about each part of the visit. Will definitely reach out again!”
Masie D.Star Sitter
“Masie was fantastic!! She came and checked on our kitty while we were away, and made sure everything was going good and that kitty was taken care of. She spent time playing with her also, which was so nice! If I could give her more than 5 stars, I would. Highly recommend!”
Aidan C.Star Sitter
“Aidan provided such great care for my pets. She paid attention to every details I told her during the meet and greet. I would definitely recommend and use her service again.”
Krista D.Star Sitter
“Krista came over to meet HiShawn before our trip. It took a minute but he did warm up to her. When she started to leave he started whining. He’s never done that before. Krista and HiShawn got along splendidly! Thank you, Keista”
Katharine B.Star Sitter
“I highly recommend Katharine! I was away for an extended time over the holidays and I can tell my cat was well cared for while I was away. She updated me with details every day and made sure my cat got her needed daily medication. I will be re-booking for future needs. Thank you!”
Kailey W.Star Sitter
“Will definitely book again when I am out of town.”
Jessi R.Star Sitter
“Jessi is so awesome! The first time I had her come walk Archie I forgot to leave my key. She worked with me and was able to come back later in the day. Archie loved their walk and was knocked out when I got home a couple hours later! She always responds really quick too, and she's super knowledgeable. 100% recommend Jessi.”
Alyssa F.
“Alyssa was super attentive to our dogs and provided lots of pictures! We loved her messages and would definitely ask her to watch our pups again.”
Nicole F.
“Nicole is awesome! Highly recommend. 😎”
Isabelle M.
“Isabelle is a very kind individual who has taken care of our cat as well as our turtle and fish. We have never had issues with Isabelle. Even on extended trips over 10 days the pets would be well fed but not overfed and always safe.”
Amanda K.
“Amanda is so wonderful with my cat! She takes the time to give her love, care, and attention - and always keeps me posted with details from her visits and updates on my cat’s wellbeing. Can’t recommend Amanda enough😸”
Irene U.
“Irene is a profesional, not only because She's a vet, but also a profesional pet sitter. I have always trusted her my babies: Leo (a special Himalayan cat) and Kala (an energetic and intense blueheeler), both love to be with Irene, as she understands their needs for each one.”
Sophia D.
“Sophia did an awesome job with the cats. She followed instructions perfectly and left my apartment cleaner than she found it. I appreciate her attention to detail and for giving the cats love!”
Caroline S.
“Caroline is an exceptional and reliable caretaker. She cares for a variety of animals in her own home, providing them with excellent treatment and ensuring they lead healthy, fulfilling lives. I've known her for three years and have trusted her to look after my animals on multiple occasions. She's always dependable, easy to communicate with, and consistently goes the extra mile to care for both me and my furry companions.”
Isabel W.
“Isabel was so wonderful with my two cats! She was very communicative and took such good care of them. It was so nice to have peace of mind about who was watching them while I was out of town!”
Madeline S.
About: I’ve grown up and taken care of dogs since I was a child. This includes caring for my Labrador after she was hit by a vehicle and helping nurse her back to health. If you and your pet have a routine I’ll try my best to stick to it so they can keep enjoying their happy life while you’re away. If you need assistance in helping train your dog to be better on walks I can offer that as well. I would be more than happy to send photos and updates about your dog too so you have nothing to worry about while away. Our pets deserve the best and I’m here to help with that. My daily schedule it fairly flexible as I create my own weekly schedule with my current full time job. Aside from that work and being a full time graduate student I have spare time that I’d prefer using for good like walking pets and getting moving. As long as instructions are given it’s my goal to follow those as best as I can. Before leaving I like to make sure the dogs are well taken care of and hopefully have
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Meredith took great care of our two kitties while we were out of the country for 2 weeks! She sent such cute photos and often stayed later than what she was scheduled as well! We had an unexpected situation of a bat being found in our house, which she handled so much better than I would have and took the necessary precautions to keep our kitties safe. She doesn’t have many reviews, but I found out it’s only because she also has her own private pet sitting service that she mainly books through! I’d 100% book with Meredith again in the future!
August was one of the best pet sitters we've had in 8 years! He was thorough, kind, and his updates were excellent. We have two cats and they are a little protective and don't love strangers, but I think August won them over. I had complete confidence in his care and will absolutely book him again in the future! Thank you August!!!
My dog absolutely loves Emma. I had no worries at all while leaving him in her care. It seems like he had the best time with her while we were away and she sent us so many great pictures of him! We will be hiring her again for any other vacation we go on. It is so nice to have someone we trust in the neighborhood!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Manhattan is $17
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Sitters in Manhattan average 7 repeat pet sitting clients
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Manhattan on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $17 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 67 pet sitters in Manhattan. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Manhattan pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Manhattan.
Rover makes it easy to find Manhattan pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 67 pet sitters in Manhattan on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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